NBA Cup live updates: Giannis Antetokounmpo powers Bucks past Hawks to reach championship; Thunder-Hawks set for West semis

Giannis Leads Bucks to NBA Cup Final, Thunder-Hawks Await

The Bucks advance to the NBA Cup championship after defeating the Hawks, while the Thunder and Rockets prepare for their semifinal clash.

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Las Vegas: The Milwaukee Bucks are heading to the NBA Cup championship after a solid win over the Atlanta Hawks. They took the game 110-102, showcasing some impressive plays.

Giannis Antetokounmpo was on fire, nearly hitting a triple-double with 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 9 assists. He shot an impressive 10-of-15 from the field. Damian Lillard also contributed with 25 points, even though he struggled a bit from three-point range.

Trae Young tried to keep the Hawks in the game, especially in the third quarter, where he scored 35 points overall. He was really pushing hard, but the Bucks pulled away in the end.

In the final minutes, Giannis made a huge block on Clint Capela, which really sealed the deal for the Bucks. It was a thrilling finish, and the crowd was loving it.

Now, the Bucks will face either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Houston Rockets in the championship game. The Thunder recently beat the Dallas Mavericks, while the Rockets had a nail-biter against the Golden State Warriors.

So, who do you think will join the Bucks in the finals? It’s going to be exciting to see how it all unfolds!

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